MEXI BEANS AND RICE 
Vegetable spray (Pam)
1 med. onion, chopped
2 minced garlic cloves
1 (16 oz.) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 (8 oz.) can whole tomatoes, undrained, chopped
1 1/2 tsp. chili powder
1 1/2 tsp. cumin
1 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. oregano, crushed
2 1/4 c. rice
1/2 c. green pepper, chopped
1/2 tsp. cumin (for rice)

Spray non-stick pan with Pam. Saute onion and garlic until tender, 2 minutes. Stir in beans, tomatoes, and spices. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in green pepper. Simmer 5 minutes. Cook rice. Add 1/2 teaspoon cumin. Place rice on plate. Pour bean mixture on top.

 

Recipe Index